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C231 VMX

1986 BMW 628

Black Petrol 2788cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,713 mi
Last recorded114,713 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2006
Typical for 1986 BMW 628130,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC231 VMX
MakeBMW
Model628
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,788cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2006 114,713 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 628?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
628
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Brake pipe excessively corroded 90
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 73
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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C231 VMX is a 1986 BMW 628 in Black with a 2,788cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW 628 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 130,137 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 628 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C231 VMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 628 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 40 years old, this BMW 628 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C231 VMX registered?

C231 VMX is a 1986 BMW 628, first registered on 7 April 1986.

Is C231 VMX safe to buy?

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